All dates are subject to my availability. A £200 NON-Refundable deposit required. Rest of balance to be paid 2 weeks before the 1st lesson.

These prices are a guideline only and are subject to change.

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Charlie passed 1st time after my 30 hour semi-intensive course.

"Thanks for everything"

Charlie

Sorina passed 1st time after my 40 hour semi intensive course.

"Best instructor ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I passed my test first time after doing the lessons with Darren, he is the best instructor I could have wished for , he is very positive and patiend and explaines to you everything properly . I highly recomend him !!!! Thank you Darren!"Sorina

Mahe passed 1st time after my 35 hour semi-intensive course.

"Pass in fast time. Just wanted to say a big thank you to Darren. Darren is an excellent instructor He always encouraging and supportive. Constantly pushing me to become better and safe driver. His 🔴🔵⚪DOT⚪🔵🔴 technique worked marvellous on my driving and give me more confident that's why I pass my driving test in fast time. If you want to pass your driving test quick and fest time I would honestly recommend Darren !!!"Mahe

Sally passed 1st time after taking my 35 hour semi-intensive.

Top man 😊Well what can i say today i passed my practical driving test 1st time with only 2 minors !! and thats all thanks to darren so thankyou darren you made me feel.so at ease and believed in me and gave me my confidence back will.miss you top guy top instructer get booking people.Sally

Mrs Patel passed 1st time after taking my semi-intensive course.

I appreciate all your hard work you have put behind my wife's success. I thank you for that .Once again thank you.Mr Patel (Husband)

First time pass. Darren is a very good instructor with an easy tactics for a learner.He taught me from scratch to first time passer. I would recommend Darren to all those who has a doubt about their ability. Total professional approach from start to end of my term.Mrs Patel

Katy passed 1st time after taking my Semi Intensive course.

I passed my test 1st time today with Darren. I was extremely nervous when I first started my lessons but Darren coached me through the nerves and made me realise that passing my test was possible. He is a perfect instructor for nervous drivers. Without his friendly manner, constant encouragement and perfect driving tips I wouldn't have passed. Thanks for everything Darren...you are highly recommended..Katy

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anouska passed 1st time with just 15 hours trainiing

Alice passed 1st time after taking my 25 hour semi-intensive course.

1st Time Pass. I have just passed my driving test first time with Darren in under 27 hours. He was a brilliant instructor and made one feel at ease in the car immediately. His schedule fit easily around my busy school timetable and I am immensely grateful to him for all his help and support throughout my learning. His great humour and positive attitude really made being behind the wheel a breeze. I now look forward to many happy driving experiences thanks to him!Alice

Colleen passed 1st time after my 35 hour semi intensive course.

"You want to pass contact Darren.

Amazing instructor Darren gives you the confidence to do amazing he is a Jedi master you will succeed."Colleen

The BestSo… why did I choose Darren at Drive Automatic? I started lessons years ago in a manual car, with a large driving school and just found manual wasn’t for me and I wasn’t getting anywhere doing 1-2 hours a week with a large driving school as I felt I was one of too many pupils so I gave up. A few years later I decided to try lessons in an automatic car, again the odd lesson here and there wasn’t getting me far and I failed my test miserably (stopped half was through) and I thought I had been put off for life.

Until I started seeing reviews pop up on Facebook for Darren at Drive Automatic and wondered if I should give it another go. I contacted him and he told me I could only book a semi intense course with him (best thing I ever did).

Darren gave me a list of available dates and times, I picked the ones I wanted, paid & waited to start my lessons on the 23rd August 2018 (20 x 2-hour lessons)

We had to start from scratch and Darren was so patient start to finish. Every lesson was very relaxed and didn’t really feel a lesson! I liked knowing we had a date to work towards as Darren encouraged me to book my test more or less as soon as we started the lessons. Although I wasn’t sure I would be ready after 6/7 weeks Darren reassured me he had a very high pass rate and almost promised me I would PASS!! It was a totally different approach to what I had experienced before and this is what kept me going this time!!

So, 2 weeks leading up to my test the nerves kicked in (Darren told me he had never seen nerves like mine before, id suffered all my life and wondered how id ever get through a driving test). I explained to Darren I was worried about the test coming up so he arraigned a mock test for me with another driving instructor, I failed this due to nerves but it gave me an insight to what was expected of me on test day! Darren booked me another mock, I failed again but I was slightly calmer and I achieved a better result! Soooo Darren booked MOCK NUMBER 3! This time I was calm and I PASSED IT with only 3 minors!!!

I was now mentally ready to pass my REAL TEST!!! And I did 57 days after my fist lesson with Darren!!! In just 57 days id managed to order my provisional, pass my theory test and pass my practical test!!! With only 3 minors I had PASSED, finally after 14 LONG YEARS id PASSED all because id found DRIVE AUTOMATIC on Facebook!!!

So if you want to lean to drive, but your nervous, or your lacking confidence, Darren is the man for you!! And believe me (talking from lots of experience) SEMI INTENSE COURSES are the best way to learn to drive I just wish id found Darren 14 years ago!!!!Thanks for putting up with me Darren!Jade

adam Took MY SEMI Intensive course

Number 58 to pass 1st time!

It's those kind of numbers that let you know you're with a safe pair of hands. Learning with Darren has been the best experience from the 1st lesson through to passing 1st time today with flying colours. My wife also has passed 1st time with Darren yesterday!

Darren's method of reassuring for those with a nervous disposition and communication of his knowledge driving is second to none. I would recommend the Drive Automatic School to anyone. Thanks again Darren, it's been a pleasure.

Darren is a really good instructor who at first assess my skills and knowledge on driving very well. He teaches in a systematic way , he is very friendly and it helps as you feel comfortable learning . It is also an extra bonus with his hilarious jokes that actually makes driving interesting and fun. He was very supportive and patient with me and the one thing that made the difference of me passing the first time with Darren is the fact that he always projects a positive attitude .he encourages me and is confident in my driving skills, if i make mistakes he made sure I learn from it by trying harder and I think that passing the driving test really makes a difference if you have a great instructor who believes in you. Thanks

"Thank you Darren! Brilliant driving instructor with organised, simple lessons, perfecting each technique more and more each day.

The notes and drawings after each lesson really help to reflect on what you have learnt to remember for next time. Fantastic level of service! I had aimed to pass before Christmas and after 4 weeks of lessons I have passed my driving practical test first time Yayy!! I would recommend Drive Automatic School with Darren to any future learners!"Georgina

joanna passed 1st time!

I would like to say I was very impressed with your knowledge and enormous experience on every lesson we had, it gives me a lot confidence and shows how professional you are, it's not only on things you are praising a pupils but also you are very honest to tell and point out weak side of the person, well judgment and motivations I was offered by you are priceless, and must say it's hard to find someone trust worthy and committed as much as you were in the past few week. I'm very grateful for your help, I know without you I wouldn't success. Thank you.

Joanna

Sana passed 1st time after taking my 40 hoursemi-intensive course.

"I’ve passed!Darren is a super teacher, friendly and incisive and I am so grateful to him. I managed to complete the course and pass the test in 3 weeks! Amazing. I would strongly recommend Drive Automatic School."Sana

Darren is the best!!Passed after a 2 week crash course with Darren first time! Having let years pass without any lessons Darren really helped to build my confidence and I learnt to actually enjoy driving! He is by far the best driving instructor I have ever had and when I booked too many lessons which he felt I didn't need he refunded me the money I had paid upfront. I would and have already recommend him to anyone and everyone. Thank you for being patient and having a sense of humour to get me on the road!

Lauren

First time pass... with a first class instructorI recommend Darren to everyone.

Such a relaxed atmosphere and fantastic teaching methods. I found darren after previously having a not so good instructor so was apprehensive and very nervous. Darren soon turned that around and made me feel at ease. I've thoroughly enjoyed learning to drive with Darren and I will be recommending him to friends and family without a doubt. I passed first time today and was very confident. Thanks darren. You are a star x ,Strongly recommend Darren to anyone who wants to learn to drive automatic quickly and safely! Such a relaxed atmosphere and teaching methods.

I found darren after having a previous instructor that wasn't great so I was very nervous and apprehensive. However darren soon made me feel very comfortable and had me pass with confidence. I will be recommending him to family and friends for sure. I have thoroughly enjoyed learning to drive with Darren and can happily say... I passed first time!!! Thanks darren!!Gemma

Mrs P passed 1st time with just 2 minors.Mrs P

Passed First Time! Highly Recommended!

As a new driver, I had never been behind the wheel of a car before and I was very nervous about driving and taking the test. Darren, is such a lovely man and you really do feel like you are driving with a friend. With his guidance, I was able to pass first time in less than 3 weeks.

Darren also has an expert knowledge of the area and how the test works. If you are at all worried or nervous about driving or taking your test, please don't be as you will be in safe hands.

Thank you Darren for all your help!!Chris

Sade passed 1st time after taking my 40 hour semi-intensive course.

"Thank you so much for your unflinching love and support and for being so professional in making me a UK driver!

I would recommend Darren’s automatic teaching. He is one of the best in Surrey. He is a first class teacher. I was very nervous but he was able to put me at ease and I got through my test successfully. He teaches one to one and explains the basics in a clear manner. He is very kind and patient and teaches in a friendly atmosphere. He makes you feel at ease when you feel nervous by making a joke. I would recommend you go to him before anyone else because you can trust him. Go to Darren before anyone else as you’ll have the best chance of passing.Madeline

First time pass!Darren was a really great driving instructor - he was encouraging, positive, with expert knowledge of the area, making learning how to drive for the first time such an enjoyable experience!His teaching style is relaxed and well organised, with a goal to turn you into a safe, competent and confident driver, and he corrects any mistakes in a gentle manner with a good sense of humour.I passed first time today with only a handful of minors and I would *very* highly recommend him to anyone who is hoping to get their license as soon as possible! Thank you Darren!Heetashi

Ankita passed 1st time after my 40 hour semi-intensive course.

"5 star. Superb techniques and excellent teaching method. Managed to pass first time with just 3 minors. Very helpful and very encouraging. I would recommend Darren for sure. A big thank you for all your support Darren". Ankita

Thank you so much for your patience and all your great knowledge. I did this thanks to you. Thank you so much Darren. You are the best !!!😀

Alex

Lauren Took MY SEMI Intensive course

As an older and very nervous driver, Darren really put me at ease, was incredibly patient with me and explained everything in a calm way. He really gave me the confidence I needed to finally take my test at the ripe old age of 30. I passed first time and I'm sure my husband will too, who is also taking the intensive course with Darren. I highly recommend him.

"Thrilled To Bits!I passed first time, thank to Darren, a very experienced and highly skilled instructor. Very penitent and nice, he makes lessons fun, so you do not feel terrified and anxious. I did not believe in myself but he re-assured me that I have all the skillset to drive, just needed to be more confident. We have covered everything we needed and practised regularly in order to make sure I gain my confidence, and it has paid off, I passed first time. Can't recommend him highly enough. Thank you Darren!"Val